1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1987 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1987 Nissan Patrol is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1076 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Because 1987 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Beta | 1987 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Beta | Patrol |
Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2980 mm |